Hello! Just to warn you that there is a musical part in the chapter. So I suggest you to listen to the music at the right moment. Enjoy!
The evening in Konoha was just beginning. Temari, Shikamaru, Chôji and Yume were currently at the Ichiraku restaurant, chatting happily. One person then lifted the cloth, revealing his bright smile for all to see.
- Naruto!
- Oh, Naruto! It's been a while! The owner exclaimed.
- Hey Chief! Hey guys!
- Come on, take a seat! Yume exclaimed while patting the seat next to her. Do you know if Sakura and Ino are coming?
- Yeah, they'll be joining us!
- That's great!
- So Naruto, what would you like to eat? the chief asked. It's my treat!
- Great, I'm starving! I've been dreaming of a bowl of ramen for so long!
- No, it's my turn to invite you tonight, a sudden voice rang out.
The person revealed himself in turn, a gentle smile on his lips.
- I knew I'd find you here!
- Iruka sensei!
- Oh, good evening, sir! Tell me Naruto, aren't you going to introduce us?
- Well girls, here is Iruka sensei! He was my instructor at the academy.
- Is he that famous teacher you talked about?
- Naruto... what did you tell her about me?
- Ah, um... nothing! Nothing compromising I assure you!
- Oh, he just told me that you were someone important to him, that's all!
- Is... is that true...?
Beside him, Naruto scratched his head in embarrassment. He nodded shyly at the Amai's words without speaking. This behaviour made the man's smile grow wider.
- That means a lot to me, really... So, what would you like to eat?
With a wide smile, Naruto placed his order, followed by his teacher. A few moments later, two newcomers arrived in the restaurant.
- Hi everyone!
- Ah here are Sakura and Ino! We've been waiting for you! Chôji exclaimed.
The two young women placed their order in turn before sitting down alongside the others.
- Hey, Temari...
- Yes?
- How's the chûnin exams going? Sakura asked.
- The preparation, you mean? Well, it's going well, even if I'm stuck this lazy boy by my side...
- Haaa... always complaining... Troublesome woman...
- The chûnin exams? Naruto intervened. It brings me back some memories...
- And by the way, what are you planning to do?
- Huh?! Me?! But for what?!
- Well, for the exam, what a question... I'll fill you in, Naruto. Off all the ninjas of our promotion, you're the only one who's still a genin.
Naruto looked at Shikamaru with round blinking eyes. It took him several seconds to assimilate this information before his expression changed completely.
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Morphogenesis: The Dream and The Sandman Book 2 (ENG)
RomanceAfter his nomination as the Kazekage, Gaara takes up his duties little by little, and gets used to his new, quiet life. For her part, Yume resumes her full-time missions, building on her training with the members of her clan. But very soon, a threat...
